His Majesty Kabaka Mutebi II earlier today hosted Hon. Raila Odinga at Mengo Palace.
His Royal Highness Prince Cryspin Jjunju Kiwewa kicked off the blood drive campaign in Bulange gardens on September 10th. He was accompanied by the 1st Deputy Katikkiro and Minister in charge of Technology, Prof Twaha Kaawaase.
Prince Jjunju stressed the need of every Ugandan to donate blood in order to save the lives of fellow citizens who are sick.
His Royal Highness is the first son of His Majesty Kabaka Mutebi and his other consorts.
The two-day drive was targeting 2000 units to enable recover the deficit of over three hundred thousand units that is needed to supply to the needy
Prince Jjunju stressed the need of every Ugandan to donate blood in order to save the lives of fellow citizens who are sick.
His Royal Highness is the first son of His Majesty Kabaka Mutebi and his other consorts.
The two-day drive was targeting 2000 units to enable recover the deficit of over three hundred thousand units that is needed to supply to the needy
September 17, 2019
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Her Royal Highness Nnabagereka Sylivia Nagginda hosted senior officials of the International Women Football Sarai Bareman and Safia Abdeldayem at her office in Bulange on August 26th.
She also invited Jean Sseninde the founder of Sseninde Foundation and her delegation to discuss with her issues concerning girl engagement in sports without breaking the cultural norms and beliefs.
Her Royal Highness hailed Sseninde for her spirit of patriotism and love for sports and for representing her nation well.
Mrs Sarai Bareman applauded Nnabagereka for the effort towards development of talent and sports via Ekisaakaate kya Nnabagereka project.
Safia Abdeldayem, said that there is still a big gap to cover in the development of women football in Africa and the challenges ranging from inadequate funds and cultural beliefs need to be addressed. She added that through the likes of Sseninde foundation, women football will prosper.
Jean Sseninde who applies her trade in England, called on other stakeholders to show their commitment to uplift sports and promote women talents.
Her Royal Highness Nnabagereka was accompanied by her daughter Her Royal Highness Princess Katrina Sarah Kirabo
She also invited Jean Sseninde the founder of Sseninde Foundation and her delegation to discuss with her issues concerning girl engagement in sports without breaking the cultural norms and beliefs.
Her Royal Highness hailed Sseninde for her spirit of patriotism and love for sports and for representing her nation well.
Mrs Sarai Bareman applauded Nnabagereka for the effort towards development of talent and sports via Ekisaakaate kya Nnabagereka project.
Safia Abdeldayem, said that there is still a big gap to cover in the development of women football in Africa and the challenges ranging from inadequate funds and cultural beliefs need to be addressed. She added that through the likes of Sseninde foundation, women football will prosper.
Jean Sseninde who applies her trade in England, called on other stakeholders to show their commitment to uplift sports and promote women talents.
Her Royal Highness Nnabagereka was accompanied by her daughter Her Royal Highness Princess Katrina Sarah Kirabo
August 29, 2019
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His Majesty Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Rukidi IV visited the region of Kigezi over the weekend on an invitation by the international community of Banyakigezi to strengthen cultural ties between Tooro Kingdom and Kigezi.
On Thursday August 22nd, the 27th monarch was warmly welcomed by the residents in chants and traditional dances in Rwahi, Ntungamo district. Following the welcome, Omukama proceeded to visit the home of the legendary the late Paul Ngorogoza, Munyakigezi elder, who was a former administrator in colonial Kigezi.
Ngorogoza is remembered and celebrated by both the Banyakigezi and Batoro people for establishing good relations with fallen Tooro's Omukama Sir George Rukiidi III(the King's grandfather), who in 1954 granted the people of Kigezi land in his monarchy to settle on.
Many people migrated from Kigezi and settled in Tooro due to population pressure in their area.
His Majesty acknowledge the historic link and the wise decision made by his late grandfather and the intermarriages and now strong ties which have been created from it.
On August 23rd, His Majesty being a UNESCO ambassador for combating AIDS gave a key message at the Youth Dialogue on ending HIV, organized by the international community of Banyakigezi.
He addressed them on challenges and opportunities of being young and urged them to steer clear of HIV.
During the dialogue which was attended by the country's head of government Prime Minister Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda who applauded the young monarch on his engagement in promoting peace, unity and national development as well as fight to reduce HIV-AIDS epidemic.
The Prime Minister also applauded the kingdom for setting good example and being the first traditional institution in promoting integration and unity.
On Thursday August 22nd, the 27th monarch was warmly welcomed by the residents in chants and traditional dances in Rwahi, Ntungamo district. Following the welcome, Omukama proceeded to visit the home of the legendary the late Paul Ngorogoza, Munyakigezi elder, who was a former administrator in colonial Kigezi.
Ngorogoza is remembered and celebrated by both the Banyakigezi and Batoro people for establishing good relations with fallen Tooro's Omukama Sir George Rukiidi III(the King's grandfather), who in 1954 granted the people of Kigezi land in his monarchy to settle on.
Many people migrated from Kigezi and settled in Tooro due to population pressure in their area.
His Majesty acknowledge the historic link and the wise decision made by his late grandfather and the intermarriages and now strong ties which have been created from it.
On August 23rd, His Majesty being a UNESCO ambassador for combating AIDS gave a key message at the Youth Dialogue on ending HIV, organized by the international community of Banyakigezi.
He addressed them on challenges and opportunities of being young and urged them to steer clear of HIV.
During the dialogue which was attended by the country's head of government Prime Minister Dr. Ruhakana Rugunda who applauded the young monarch on his engagement in promoting peace, unity and national development as well as fight to reduce HIV-AIDS epidemic.
The Prime Minister also applauded the kingdom for setting good example and being the first traditional institution in promoting integration and unity.
August 28, 2019
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Because I am quite late on many posts, I will be compiling the last few days in the schedule of His Majesty Rukirabasaija Rukidi VI of Tooro Kingdom.
On August 11th, His Majesty received the Kingdom's Amagatwa(government) both old and newly appointed members at the royal palace in Fort Portal. His Majesty was accompanied by his mother Her Royal Highness Queen Mother Best Kemigisa.
In a tweet, He asked the new cabinet to deliver on our key focus areas of health, education, environment and tourism. He also remarked how he reduce the government from 33 to 17 members.
On August 12th, He attended a farewell ceremony of the outgoing ArchBishop, His Eminence Stanley Ntagali will be retiring next year in March. His Majesty thanked His Eminence for his service and spiritual guidance to Ugandans during his term and wished him a happy retirement.
On August 14th, His Majesty traveled to Burahya County in Kabarole district, to meet with his subjects at Bukuku town council headquarters. During his visit, he asked the resident to stop engaging in massive tree cutting and that he had launched a campaign to plant 10 million trees in all parts of the kingdom within five years.
On August 16th, He was in Kibale, where he met with the citizens leaving there. During his visit, he applauded the residents of Rwamwanja, Nkoma for the Unity and cooperation between them with the refugees settled in the area. He also encouraged them to protect themselves against HIV, and plant trees to conserve the environment.
On August 18th, he visited Kitagwenda County, where he met with his subjects there. During his visit he applauded the residents and encouraged them for their Agricultural initiatives in Mahyooro. I urged them to plant trees and promote the agro-Tourism potential the area has.
On August 22nd, He visited The Presidential Initiative on Banana Industrial development(Pibid) center in Bushenyi district where he expressed interest in establishing high-level collaborations with the initiative not only in the area of supplying produce to the factory but in value addition.
He and his team wanted to have a firsthand view of the facility with the aim of having a similar set-up in Tooro.
PIBID's VISION is to produce value-added Matooke products for both the local and international markets
On August 11th, His Majesty received the Kingdom's Amagatwa(government) both old and newly appointed members at the royal palace in Fort Portal. His Majesty was accompanied by his mother Her Royal Highness Queen Mother Best Kemigisa.
In a tweet, He asked the new cabinet to deliver on our key focus areas of health, education, environment and tourism. He also remarked how he reduce the government from 33 to 17 members.
On August 12th, He attended a farewell ceremony of the outgoing ArchBishop, His Eminence Stanley Ntagali will be retiring next year in March. His Majesty thanked His Eminence for his service and spiritual guidance to Ugandans during his term and wished him a happy retirement.
On August 14th, His Majesty traveled to Burahya County in Kabarole district, to meet with his subjects at Bukuku town council headquarters. During his visit, he asked the resident to stop engaging in massive tree cutting and that he had launched a campaign to plant 10 million trees in all parts of the kingdom within five years.
On August 16th, He was in Kibale, where he met with the citizens leaving there. During his visit, he applauded the residents of Rwamwanja, Nkoma for the Unity and cooperation between them with the refugees settled in the area. He also encouraged them to protect themselves against HIV, and plant trees to conserve the environment.
On August 18th, he visited Kitagwenda County, where he met with his subjects there. During his visit he applauded the residents and encouraged them for their Agricultural initiatives in Mahyooro. I urged them to plant trees and promote the agro-Tourism potential the area has.
On August 22nd, He visited The Presidential Initiative on Banana Industrial development(Pibid) center in Bushenyi district where he expressed interest in establishing high-level collaborations with the initiative not only in the area of supplying produce to the factory but in value addition.
He and his team wanted to have a firsthand view of the facility with the aim of having a similar set-up in Tooro.
PIBID's VISION is to produce value-added Matooke products for both the local and international markets
August 22, 2019
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2020 edition Ekisaakaate kya Nnabagereka will hosted in Hana Mixed School in Nsangi, taking over from St. Joseph of Nazareth, Kavule Katende, Mawokota county. This year's theme will "Obuntubulamu is the pillar of prosperity". Obuntubulamu means Civility or Humanness
While launching the Ekisaakaate on August 07th, State minister for education, John Chryzestom Muyingo, appealed to Nnabagereka Sylvia Nagginda to organize ekisaakaate for members of parliament saying that they are worse off.
Her Royal Highness Nnabagereka Sylvia stressed that there is need to emulate what the Asians do by moving with the era of technology but not forgetting their cultural norms and traditions.
She added that, with the fading out of disciplines, hygiene, hardwork, amongst people, Nnabagereka Development foundation found it wanting to put in place Ekisaakaate purposely to mentor, and insert good morals in the young generation in order to prepare good citizens of Uganda.
Ekisaakaate is all about the celebration of cultures while improving through new technologies. Her Royal Highness launched this 13 years ago, so that younger generation don't forget about their cultures.
Photo credits: Buganda/Twitter |
While launching the Ekisaakaate on August 07th, State minister for education, John Chryzestom Muyingo, appealed to Nnabagereka Sylvia Nagginda to organize ekisaakaate for members of parliament saying that they are worse off.
Her Royal Highness Nnabagereka Sylvia stressed that there is need to emulate what the Asians do by moving with the era of technology but not forgetting their cultural norms and traditions.
She added that, with the fading out of disciplines, hygiene, hardwork, amongst people, Nnabagereka Development foundation found it wanting to put in place Ekisaakaate purposely to mentor, and insert good morals in the young generation in order to prepare good citizens of Uganda.
Ekisaakaate is all about the celebration of cultures while improving through new technologies. Her Royal Highness launched this 13 years ago, so that younger generation don't forget about their cultures.
August 22, 2019
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His Majesty Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II who was accompanied by Her Majesty Nnabagereka Sylivia Nagginda opened the 27th great Buganda Lukiiko(parliament) on August 19th in Bulange, Mengo.
During this session, His Majesty appointed new members of government as well as his envoy around the world, who officially thanked the Kabaka for their appointment and vowed to work tireless to protect the Kingship.
Giving his speech, The Kabaka emphasized on the importance of cooperatives as the one way which people can use to get rid of poverty. He also thanked the Buganda Heritage Association group based in United Kingdom, for putting a sign post on Muteesa house in London that represents that Ssekabaka Edward Frederick Muteesa II lived in that house from April 1968 to November 1969.
Kabaka also appreciated the clan leaders for hosting him at their clan cradle lands and urged the grandsons and daughters to help the Clan leaders in carrying out the activities of the clan more so helping them to prepare Kabaka's visit. Beene reminded other clans whom he haven't yet visited, to get prepared as soon as possible.
photo credits: Buganda/Twitter |
During this session, His Majesty appointed new members of government as well as his envoy around the world, who officially thanked the Kabaka for their appointment and vowed to work tireless to protect the Kingship.
Giving his speech, The Kabaka emphasized on the importance of cooperatives as the one way which people can use to get rid of poverty. He also thanked the Buganda Heritage Association group based in United Kingdom, for putting a sign post on Muteesa house in London that represents that Ssekabaka Edward Frederick Muteesa II lived in that house from April 1968 to November 1969.
Kabaka also appreciated the clan leaders for hosting him at their clan cradle lands and urged the grandsons and daughters to help the Clan leaders in carrying out the activities of the clan more so helping them to prepare Kabaka's visit. Beene reminded other clans whom he haven't yet visited, to get prepared as soon as possible.
August 22, 2019
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It has been quite a busy week for His Majesty Omukama Rukidi VI of Tooro Kingdom.
On July 31st, His Majesty launched the Rotary Cancer Run accompanied by the members of Rotary Club in Kabarole at club's office in Fort Portal. The run will take place in August 25th in kingdom as well as across the country.
Following that he went to Kyebambe Girls' Secondary School and Westville High schools where he met with the staff, students and parents.
During his visit, the 27 year old monarch urged parents to keep up the good work of educating their children and to the students to continue studying hard. He also urged both students and parents to save the environment by planting at least one tree and properly dispose of rubbish, especially plastics.
On August 1st, he visited Bunyangabu where he urged all leaders to work together for continued development. Encouraged parents to educate children for their personal development, and for all people to avoid HIV and love one another.
Today August 4th, His Majesty was in Mwenge. During his visit he was shown a tree which was planted in 1965 by his grandfather Omukam Sir George Rukidi III. He urge the people to take good care of the environment and to also plant more trees for future generations
On July 31st, His Majesty launched the Rotary Cancer Run accompanied by the members of Rotary Club in Kabarole at club's office in Fort Portal. The run will take place in August 25th in kingdom as well as across the country.
Following that he went to Kyebambe Girls' Secondary School and Westville High schools where he met with the staff, students and parents.
During his visit, the 27 year old monarch urged parents to keep up the good work of educating their children and to the students to continue studying hard. He also urged both students and parents to save the environment by planting at least one tree and properly dispose of rubbish, especially plastics.
On August 1st, he visited Bunyangabu where he urged all leaders to work together for continued development. Encouraged parents to educate children for their personal development, and for all people to avoid HIV and love one another.
Today August 4th, His Majesty was in Mwenge. During his visit he was shown a tree which was planted in 1965 by his grandfather Omukam Sir George Rukidi III. He urge the people to take good care of the environment and to also plant more trees for future generations
August 04, 2019
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Yesterday the Kingdom of Buganda was in celebration as the mark the 26th coronation anniversary of their monarch held at Nkumba University, Katabi sub county, Busiro County..
His Majesty Kabaka Mutebi II who was accompanied by Her Royal Highness Nnabagereka Sylivia Nagginda, members of the royal family as well as the kingdom's government officials, called on the Ugandan government to re-introduce cooperative groups which will provide job opportunities to the citizens thereby promoted economy. He also encouaraged his people to grow coffee in order to generate enough income
His Eminence Muhamad Saad Abubaker, the Sultan of Sokoto who is currently on a royal visit to the Buganda Kingdom to discuss about how the Buganda Kingdom handle the situation of the girl child and is the guest of honour of the Kabaka urged political leaders to work hand in hand with cultural leaders to promote the welfare of the people. He explained how cultural leaders play a greater role in transforming the lives of their subjects and bringing them together for as one yet they have less funds to transmit the necessary services required for the betterment of people's lives.
Representatives of monarchs from around the country attended and delivered messages from their monarchs
His Majesty Kabaka Mutebi II who was accompanied by Her Royal Highness Nnabagereka Sylivia Nagginda, members of the royal family as well as the kingdom's government officials, called on the Ugandan government to re-introduce cooperative groups which will provide job opportunities to the citizens thereby promoted economy. He also encouaraged his people to grow coffee in order to generate enough income
His Eminence Muhamad Saad Abubaker, the Sultan of Sokoto who is currently on a royal visit to the Buganda Kingdom to discuss about how the Buganda Kingdom handle the situation of the girl child and is the guest of honour of the Kabaka urged political leaders to work hand in hand with cultural leaders to promote the welfare of the people. He explained how cultural leaders play a greater role in transforming the lives of their subjects and bringing them together for as one yet they have less funds to transmit the necessary services required for the betterment of people's lives.
Representatives of monarchs from around the country attended and delivered messages from their monarchs
August 01, 2019
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The Buganda and Sokoto Kingdoms came together on July 29th, to discuss about the African girl child.
A delegation from the Kingdom of Sokoto, in the Federal Republic of Nigeria led by His Highness Samaila Muhammad Mera, The Emir of Argungu arrived in the Kingdom of Buganda where they were received by a delegation led by Her Royal Highness Nnabagereka Sylivia Nagginda and the kingdom's Katikkiro(Prime Minister) Charles Peter Mayiga.
The discussion which was convened about the future of the girl child in Africa. It was to ensure that girls together with women have a lighter future.
This later calls for improvement in the social sevices, education standards, protection against torture, girl trafficking, murder, and engagement in issues of the country.
The Buganda Queen consort expressed the importance of carrying out a one-on-one discussion with a girl child, as this helps her to gain confidence in whatever she wants to achieve.
A delegation from the Kingdom of Sokoto, in the Federal Republic of Nigeria led by His Highness Samaila Muhammad Mera, The Emir of Argungu arrived in the Kingdom of Buganda where they were received by a delegation led by Her Royal Highness Nnabagereka Sylivia Nagginda and the kingdom's Katikkiro(Prime Minister) Charles Peter Mayiga.
The discussion which was convened about the future of the girl child in Africa. It was to ensure that girls together with women have a lighter future.
This later calls for improvement in the social sevices, education standards, protection against torture, girl trafficking, murder, and engagement in issues of the country.
The Buganda Queen consort expressed the importance of carrying out a one-on-one discussion with a girl child, as this helps her to gain confidence in whatever she wants to achieve.
August 01, 2019
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In line with this year's Empango(Omukama's coronation day) theme, His Majesty Omukama Rukidi IV of Tooro Kingdom in Uganda, visited Kyaka county on July 24th where he met with everyone and spoke with youths and their families.
During his visit he encouraged the people to partake in conservation, encouraged the youth to avoid peer pressure, avoid AIDs and other bad practices and urged parents to take their children to school and learners to work hard.
This year's 24th Empango theme is SAVING AND PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT IS SAVING LIVES. This will be celebrated on September 12th at Karuzika Royal Palace in Fort Portal.
On July 26th, His Majesty who was welcomed with songs, dances and praises as he visited St. Peter and Paul's and Buhinga Primary Schools in Fort Portal, encourage and urge the students to work and study hard to secure a bright future. He also tasked them to conserve the environment and to protect themselves against HIV
During his visit he encouraged the people to partake in conservation, encouraged the youth to avoid peer pressure, avoid AIDs and other bad practices and urged parents to take their children to school and learners to work hard.
This year's 24th Empango theme is SAVING AND PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT IS SAVING LIVES. This will be celebrated on September 12th at Karuzika Royal Palace in Fort Portal.
On July 26th, His Majesty who was welcomed with songs, dances and praises as he visited St. Peter and Paul's and Buhinga Primary Schools in Fort Portal, encourage and urge the students to work and study hard to secure a bright future. He also tasked them to conserve the environment and to protect themselves against HIV
July 28, 2019
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On July 10th, His Majesty Kabaka Mutebi II was in Bugerere from July 10-11th were he took part in vaccination and health campaign.
During the Kingdom's Health Day celebrated in the county, His Majesty during his tour of stalls urged all his people to be responsible by living a good life exhibited through washing hands after using a toilet, maintaining personal hygiene and the surrounding environment, eat a balanced diet, making exercise, and receiving medical attention when they fall sick. “By doing this, that’s when we can win battles related to poverty and unemployment among youths”, he said.
He also emphasized his people to stay away from activities that may lead them to attract HIV/AIDS, thus encouraging them to test and seek treatment if found postitive.
He urged the youths to work hard by engaging in farming especially coffee farming as an individual or as a group.
During the Kingdom's Health Day celebrated in the county, His Majesty during his tour of stalls urged all his people to be responsible by living a good life exhibited through washing hands after using a toilet, maintaining personal hygiene and the surrounding environment, eat a balanced diet, making exercise, and receiving medical attention when they fall sick. “By doing this, that’s when we can win battles related to poverty and unemployment among youths”, he said.
He also emphasized his people to stay away from activities that may lead them to attract HIV/AIDS, thus encouraging them to test and seek treatment if found postitive.
He urged the youths to work hard by engaging in farming especially coffee farming as an individual or as a group.
July 14, 2019
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His Majesty the Kabaka of Buganda Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II on July 1st officiated the closing ceremony of the 11th edition of Buganda Expo held at Mengo palace, Lubiri.
He first toured several stalls including the wildlife conservation centers that's Kavumba recreation center and Uganda wildlife education center stalls.
The Kabaka was accompanied by His Royal Highness Prince Richard Ssemakookiro, and a few Kingdom's government officials which included the Prime Minister visited a combination of stalls as they received guiding information from the exhibitors on how they manufacture their products.
In his closing, His Majesty was delighted with the youth's involvements throughout the expositions and how they engaged in all the innovations that were shown by exhibitors. He also encouraged them to continue working hard to better their future.
His majesty stressed the need for the citizens to support the locally made products as this will lead to the development of both the people and country at large.
He first toured several stalls including the wildlife conservation centers that's Kavumba recreation center and Uganda wildlife education center stalls.
The Kabaka was accompanied by His Royal Highness Prince Richard Ssemakookiro, and a few Kingdom's government officials which included the Prime Minister visited a combination of stalls as they received guiding information from the exhibitors on how they manufacture their products.
In his closing, His Majesty was delighted with the youth's involvements throughout the expositions and how they engaged in all the innovations that were shown by exhibitors. He also encouraged them to continue working hard to better their future.
His majesty stressed the need for the citizens to support the locally made products as this will lead to the development of both the people and country at large.
July 05, 2019
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In an event organised by the Busoga Royal Concept on June 22nd held at Bugembe Stadium in Jinja District, Her Excellency Rebecca Kadaga, Speaker of the Uganda Parliament was recognized for her service to the Kingdom.
His Royal Highness Kyabazinga William Wilberforce Gabula IV of Busoga Kingdom recognized the Speaker with the Sir Wilberforce William Gabula Nadiope medal for putting the kingdom on a high podium regionally and nationwide.
Her Excellency was later hosted to a royal dinner at the Kyabazinga’s Palace.
His Royal Highness Kyabazinga William Wilberforce Gabula IV of Busoga Kingdom recognized the Speaker with the Sir Wilberforce William Gabula Nadiope medal for putting the kingdom on a high podium regionally and nationwide.
Her Excellency was later hosted to a royal dinner at the Kyabazinga’s Palace.
July 01, 2019
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His Majesty Omukama/Rukirabasaija Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Rukidi VI of the Kingdom of Tooro in Uganda, is currently in Egypt to bring his support to the Ugandan Cranes as they participate in the 2019 African Cup of Nations.
According to news report, the 27 year old monarch(the world's youngest monarch) who was welcome at the Cairo international airport on June 26th by the Cranes' official and the Uganda football federation's official, was welcome at the Cairo International Stadium by rounds of applause by Uganda's supporters.
Media reports that on he visited the team during one of their training session to give word of encouragements as well as his support. He was accompanied by the kingdom's officials, governments and other officials.
According to news report, the 27 year old monarch(the world's youngest monarch) who was welcome at the Cairo international airport on June 26th by the Cranes' official and the Uganda football federation's official, was welcome at the Cairo International Stadium by rounds of applause by Uganda's supporters.
Media reports that on he visited the team during one of their training session to give word of encouragements as well as his support. He was accompanied by the kingdom's officials, governments and other officials.
July 01, 2019
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Many royals from around the continent attended the African Union 2nd Dialogue with Traditional and Religious leaders on retention of Girls and young women in Education system conference at Speak Resort Munyonyo in Uganda.
Her Royal Highness Queen Mother Best of Tooro Kingdom and Her Royal Highness Princess Sekhothali of the Kingdom of Lesotho were amongst the attendees where the Ugandan Speaker of Parliament The Right Honorable Rebecca Kadaga gave the opening speech at the beginning of the conference urging leaders to put great emphasis on educating their communities about the importance of educating their female citizens.
The conference which was held from June 19-20th was organised by the African Union International Centre for Girls’ and Women’s Education in Africa (AU-CIEFFA), a dedicated organisation of African Union dedicated to the education of girls.
Its main objectives of this dialogue is to bring the key players at community level to the frontline to accelerate the desired changes Africa wants for its development and the welfare of its populations. It has become urgent to take an in-depth look at the issue of girls' and women’s education in general and their retention in educational systems in particular.
Leaders came from African Union member states which include Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritania, Niger, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda and Zimbabwe.
Her Royal Highness Queen Mother Best of Tooro Kingdom and Her Royal Highness Princess Sekhothali of the Kingdom of Lesotho were amongst the attendees where the Ugandan Speaker of Parliament The Right Honorable Rebecca Kadaga gave the opening speech at the beginning of the conference urging leaders to put great emphasis on educating their communities about the importance of educating their female citizens.
The conference which was held from June 19-20th was organised by the African Union International Centre for Girls’ and Women’s Education in Africa (AU-CIEFFA), a dedicated organisation of African Union dedicated to the education of girls.
Its main objectives of this dialogue is to bring the key players at community level to the frontline to accelerate the desired changes Africa wants for its development and the welfare of its populations. It has become urgent to take an in-depth look at the issue of girls' and women’s education in general and their retention in educational systems in particular.
Leaders came from African Union member states which include Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Côte d’Ivoire, Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritania, Niger, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda and Zimbabwe.
June 20, 2019
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His Majesty Kabaka Mutebi attended the Buganda Royal Art Shield Festival (BRASHFEST) on June 15th where he crowned St. Lawrence secondary school Sonde and Kitende Modern Primary School as winners of this year's competition. The competition was held at at Mengo secondary school
BRASHFEST is a performing arts competition for primary and secondary schools in Buganda. The Kabaka crown St. Lawrence won in the secondary schools category while Kitende Modern won in the primary school category.
BRASHFEST is a performing arts competition for primary and secondary schools in Buganda. The Kabaka crown St. Lawrence won in the secondary schools category while Kitende Modern won in the primary school category.
June 18, 2019
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A happy anniversary to His Majesty Omukama Dr Solomon Gafabusa Iguru I of Bunyoro-Kitara as he celebrates 25 years on the throne.
The festivities which was celebrated all over the Kingdom was attended by members of the royal family, members of the Kingdom's government. Honoured and invited guests included His Excellency President Yoweri Museveni President of the Republic of Uganda, Ugandan senior government officials which included the Speaker of Parliament The Rt Honourable Rebecca Kadaga and members of parliament and senate who represents the kingdom's districts to both parliaments and the senate.
Members of neighbouring kingdoms were also present including His Majesty Rukirabasaija (King) Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of the Kingdom of Tooro, with His Majesty the Kabaka(king) of the Buganda Kingdom being represented.
His Majesty was accompanied by Her Majesty Omugo Margaret Karungo for the festivities.
The Omukama was crowned on June 11th 1994 following the restoration of monarchies in the country by the National Resistance Movement government led by the country's current president Yoweri Museveni during a coup d'etat under Milton Obote's second government.
Prior to their restoration, His Majesty's father Sir Winyi IV and other monarchs in the country were annexed and exiled underthe military dictatorship led by Idi Amin government the first president post independence Milton Obote's government
The festivities which was celebrated all over the Kingdom was attended by members of the royal family, members of the Kingdom's government. Honoured and invited guests included His Excellency President Yoweri Museveni President of the Republic of Uganda, Ugandan senior government officials which included the Speaker of Parliament The Rt Honourable Rebecca Kadaga and members of parliament and senate who represents the kingdom's districts to both parliaments and the senate.
Members of neighbouring kingdoms were also present including His Majesty Rukirabasaija (King) Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of the Kingdom of Tooro, with His Majesty the Kabaka(king) of the Buganda Kingdom being represented.
His Majesty was accompanied by Her Majesty Omugo Margaret Karungo for the festivities.
The Omukama was crowned on June 11th 1994 following the restoration of monarchies in the country by the National Resistance Movement government led by the country's current president Yoweri Museveni during a coup d'etat under Milton Obote's second government.
Prior to their restoration, His Majesty's father Sir Winyi IV and other monarchs in the country were annexed and exiled under
June 12, 2019
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On June 4th, His Majesty King(Omukama) Dr Solomon Gafabusa Iguru I of Bunyoro Kingdom accompanied by Her Majesty Omugo(Queen) Margaret Karunga Adyeeri visited Buliisa district to take part in boat racing and swimming competitions to mark his silver anniversary of his enstoolement.
Their Majesty were welcomed by hundreds of Boda Boda (bike in english) cyclists at Waki River which separates Hoima and Buliisa district. Later on on their drive to Butyaba landing site, more residents joined the cyclist in accompanied them where he presided over Boat racing and swimming competitions. During this activities he took time to also interacted with his people.
Amidst hooting, singing, dancing, the King was welcomed by his jubilant subjects who laid down their clothes and mats for his car to move on as a sign of adoration and loyalty to him. The road from Hoima to Buliisa up to Butyaba landing site was voluntarily decorated by locals with flowers and fresh banana leaves and stems.
The King will on June 11th 2019 be marking 25 years since he ascended the throne.
Fact:
The Bunyoro Kingdom is situated in the Republic of Uganda, a country situated in the Eastern part of Africa.
Their Majesty were welcomed by hundreds of Boda Boda (bike in english) cyclists at Waki River which separates Hoima and Buliisa district. Later on on their drive to Butyaba landing site, more residents joined the cyclist in accompanied them where he presided over Boat racing and swimming competitions. During this activities he took time to also interacted with his people.
Amidst hooting, singing, dancing, the King was welcomed by his jubilant subjects who laid down their clothes and mats for his car to move on as a sign of adoration and loyalty to him. The road from Hoima to Buliisa up to Butyaba landing site was voluntarily decorated by locals with flowers and fresh banana leaves and stems.
The King will on June 11th 2019 be marking 25 years since he ascended the throne.
Fact:
The Bunyoro Kingdom is situated in the Republic of Uganda, a country situated in the Eastern part of Africa.
June 05, 2019
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